Saudi FM Reiterates OPEC+ Decision is Not Political

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (EPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (EPA)
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Saudi FM Reiterates OPEC+ Decision is Not Political

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (EPA)
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan (EPA)

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan has said that the OPEC+ decision to cut production is purely economic and was taken unanimously by the member states.

The Foreign Minister said "OPEC+ members acted responsibly and took the appropriate decision," stressing that it is not a political move.

During an interview with Al Arabiya channel, the minister indicated that OPEC+ seeks to stabilize the market and achieve the interests of producers and consumers.

He described Saudi ties with the US as "strategic" and supported the security and stability of the region.

The military cooperation between Riyadh and Washington serves the interests of both countries and has contributed to the stability of the region, said the FM, adding: "our relationship with the United States has been institutionalized since it was established."

On the Russian-Ukrainian war, he indicated that Saudi Arabia aims to push parties to engage in dialogue and stop the conflict.

Prince Faisal addressed the Yemeni crisis, saying there are still efforts to extend the truce in Yemen, and the government has shown great flexibility with a high responsibility towards the country's interests.

Asked about the relationship with China, he pointed out that ties with China are "economic at the first level, and we have many joint economic projects."



Saudi Arabia Condemns Targeting of Facilities, Infrastructure in Sudan

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Saudi Arabia Condemns Targeting of Facilities, Infrastructure in Sudan

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The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs logo

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned on Sunday the targeting of vital facilities and infrastructure in Port Sudan and Kassala in Sudan, describing it as a threat to regional stability as well as to Arab and African national security.
The Kingdom called for an immediate end to the war in Sudan and urged all parties to spare the country and its people further suffering and destruction.

It also reiterated its stance that resolving the crisis requires a Sudanese-led political solution that respects Sudan’s sovereignty and unity, while supporting the country’s state institutions.
The ministry reaffirmed the Kingdom's rejection of these violations, stressing the urgent need to protect civilians and ensure the implementation of the Jeddah Declaration (Commitment to Protect Civilians in Sudan), signed on May 11, 2023.